ANTERIOR OPEN-BITE MALOCCLUSION IN DECIDUOUS AND MIXED DENTITION

Anterior open bite may be defined as a condition where the upper incisor crowns fail to overlap the incisal third of the lower incisor crowns when the mandible is brought into full occlusion. Since the anterior teeth define the smile which is the first facial feature that draws attention anterior open bite problems tend to be one of the most disturbing malocclusions for patients aesthetically as well as functionally. It remains to be one of the most challenging malocclusions to be aptly diagnosed treated and successfully retain in the field of Orthodontics.